By Agendas: Eerik-Niiles Kross

The speaker is an active legislative initiator, having submitted three significant bills and motions within an eight-month period (June 2024 – January 2025). This pattern of activity indicates regular involvement in the execution of the session, focusing on presenting initiatives that have large support bases.

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The speaker is participating in a debate on a matter of national importance initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee, which demonstrates active engagement in strategic foreign policy discussions. He/She refers to previous involvement in shaping foreign policy, having helped draft Jüri Luik's 1994 speech.

The course of action focuses on initiating and discussing the Riigikogu's foreign policy statements, referencing a similar statement made in the summer of 2024. The speaker actively participates in the debate, answering questions and clarifying the details of the statement. He/She also refers to the discussion of issues concerning Georgia in the Foreign Affairs Committee and the breaking off of contacts with the top leadership of the Georgian Dream party.

The speaker is an active legislator who is chairing the first reading of one of the most significant draft bills of the current Riigikogu session. He mentions a recent return from Hungary, indicating involvement in international activities. His pattern of activity involves the long-term addressing of constitutional and security issues, dating back to the 1990s, and he participates intensely in parliamentary debates.

The speaker is an active proponent and submitter of legislative initiatives, having participated in the preparation of the draft statement. He refers to his earlier involvement in assisting Georgia in 2008, as well as subsequent diplomatic consultations (a video conference with the Ambassador in Tbilisi, and meetings with diplomats from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs). He is also associated with international parliamentary organizations (EMPAs).

The speaker's mode of operation involves active participation in the legislative process, providing an overview of the bill's history, committee sessions, and subsequent steps. Several dates and events spanning March to June are mentioned, demonstrating continuous work by the lead committee to advance the draft legislation.

The speaker is actively participating in the ongoing Riigikogu debate, referencing their attendance at the previous Thursday session where they listened to the questions and objections raised by the deputies. This pattern of activity demonstrates a focus on supporting the current bill (420 AE) and clarifying its underlying principles.

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